Microsoft has just opened the downloads for Windows 7 Release Candidate. Head on over to their site to download it right away before the servers crash! Looks like they are a few hours early on the release. You can continue to use Windows 7 Beta keys to activate the RC. Check below for the links:

Tip: Use Firefox and you won’t be bothered to install any ActiveX Plugins or Download Managers.

Official Download Links from Microsoft:

• Download Windows 7 RC from Windows7.com
  

• Alternative download link from Technet

How to bypass the Download Manager with Direct links to Download Windows 7 RC:

Only download from here if the above links don’t work. To download directly with these links, right click the language you want to download and choose Copy Shortcut. Then paste the URL in your address bar and push Enter.

• Download Windows 7 Release Candidate x86:

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• Download Windows 7 Release Candidate x64 English

Don’t forget to check out our article:
12 things you need to know before installing Windows 7 RC!

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